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Dyers weed, Reseda luteola
Dyers weed, Reseda luteola. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816
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Classes Duppa Dyers Linnaean Orders Reseda System Vegetable Weed Luteola
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This beautiful hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Dyers Weed, Reseda luteola, a plant belonging to the Resedaceae family. The intricately detailed illustration is based on an original drawing by Richard Duppa, created for his seminal work, "The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany," published in London by Longman, Hurst, in 1816. Dyers Weed, also known as Ragwort or Golden Ragwort, is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall, with bright yellow flowers that bloom in clusters from mid-summer to autumn. The plant's name derives from its historical use as a source of yellow dye, extracted from the roots. The engraving captures the plant's vibrant yellow flowers in full bloom, surrounded by its lanceolate leaves. The meticulous attention to detail in the illustration showcases the delicate veining on the leaves and the intricate structure of the flowers. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of beauty and depth to the image, making it a stunning addition to any botanical collection. Richard Duppa was a renowned botanical artist and illustrator, known for his precise and detailed work. His illustrations were widely used in botanical publications during the 19th century, making a significant contribution to the advancement of botanical science during that time. This engraving of Dyers Weed is a testament to Duppa's skill and the importance of botanical illustration in documenting and preserving the natural world.
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